The Seaside
Cardiacs · 1984
36 min · 9 tracks · post-punk · art rock · experimental rock
A whirlwind of eclectic sounds merging art rock with surreal lyrics and playful melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for carefree moments
- whimsical soundscapes for imagination
- short bursts of energetic fun
- surreal lyrics for curious minds
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of serious introspection
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Cardiacs' debut studio album in 1984, 'The Seaside' introduced their unique blend of avant-garde rock and whimsical lyrics. At this point, the band was still establishing its identity after forming in 1977, having previously released only cassette recordings. This album marked a significant step towards their distinctive sound that would influence later acts in the post-punk and experimental scenes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Residents· Frank Zappa· This Heat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jibber and Twitch 4:34
- 2 Gena Lollabridgida 3:12
- 3 Hello Mr Sparrow 4:34
- 4 It’s a Lovely Day 3:25
- 5 A Wooden Fish on Wheels 3:23
- 6 Hope Day 6:25
- 7 Ice a Spot and a Dot on the Dog 3:34
- 8 R.E.S. 5:26
- 9 To Go Off and Things 2:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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